United Kingdom, Sept. 11 -- Ariana Madix feels she's earned all of her success.

The 41-year-old star is proud of what she's already achieved in the entertainment business, because she hasn't been able to rely on connections or money to boost her career prospects.

Speaking to Extra, Ariana explained: "When I started out in this business, I was doing sketch comedy videos for $200 a pop. It was about building that resume, and coming out of school with a theatre degree is not the best way to then get a job right out of school in theatre, as much as I wish that it was."

Ariana starred on Vanderpump Rules, the hit reality TV series, before becoming a success on Broadway and hosting Love Island USA.

But Ariana stressed that she's worked exce...